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Klimmer
Mountain climber
San Diego
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Jan 22, 2012 - 10:32pm PT
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I'm so sorry when anyone of our own passes onto the other side.
I didn't know JR but I understand what he meant to everyone that did know him and to the climbing community .
It's not the end, it's a new beginning.
I just saw the movie Hereafter. Very powerful movie.
"Roger Ebert, however, gave the film four stars (out of four), calling it a film that "considers the idea of an afterlife with tenderness, beauty and a gentle tact. I was surprised to find it enthralling."
AFTERLIFE EVIDENCE
Lawyer Victor Zammit on the scientific proof for Life after Death
http://www.victorzammit.com/
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=daRdTFqZluY&feature=player_embedded#!
I'm interested in the scientific evidence that this life isn't all there is. The movie suggests such a book based on the scientific evidence. Does anyone know if there is such a book that has been written?
The lawyer's web site is selling one. Are there others that are really good and well researched?
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Bldrjac
Ice climber
Boulder
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Jan 23, 2012 - 04:52pm PT
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Pam here. Just got back late last night after an emotional but great weekend in Telluride. Stopped in Montrose for a last look before the cremation....dear friends and the man who was with Jack when he died came to meet us in the parking lot so he could talk to me about what happened. Would it only be climbbers hanging in a funeral home parking lot, passing around a bottle of tequila, laughing and crying? Jon (his partner) was a hero.....he did everything that could possibly be done, and same goes for the rescue crew. It's just that his injuries were too grave. But he was with a friend he loved, who held him to the end. A small group of us hiked up Saturday to the base of Bridalveil with flowers and more tequila. Made a memorial in the snow, laughed and cried together.
Again, I am blessed to have been deeply loved by Jack...we had a fabulous life together. It means so much to read all these posts by you all......I look forward to seeing many of you at his memorial.
much love to all,
pam
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Toker Villain
Big Wall climber
Toquerville, Utah
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Jan 23, 2012 - 05:05pm PT
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We only met at Jeff's birthday party, but my heart goes out to you.
Jack was in my pantheon.
I don't hold with the cliche about dying doing what you love. Jack should have enjoyed much more life with you, but sometimes we must play the cards we are dealt, win or lose.
But know that Jack lives on in the hearts of many here, both his warmth and his deeds, and you will always find support here.
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JohnHemlock
Mountain climber
CO
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Jan 23, 2012 - 10:47pm PT
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Once it was getting dark and there was a raging snowstorm outside, which was fine since there was plenty of wine and a warm fire. Suddenly we noticed Jack was gone, and he remained so for quite some time. I stuck my head out the door of the hut and looked around but couldn't see 3 feet. Finally, I put my boots and coat on and went outside, perplexed.
Suddenly, a sherbet-colored apparition appeared out of nowhere. It was Jack, he had decided to go for a walk for an hour in his ski boots for some fresh air. Because postholing a couple miles in a whiteout at dusk for an extra workout after a full day of skinning and skiing is just what you do when you are Jack, I guess. . .
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Ed Hartouni
Trad climber
Livermore, CA
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Jan 25, 2012 - 12:31am PT
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A Broken Oath
Startled back to Earth from the weightless ascending
I am reminded by your surprising end,
That not a week before we greeted each other
As if brothers long apart, together.
And making an oath to voyage above the valley
Sealed with a handshake and a farewell,
We could not know of the implacable forces
That would prevent its fulfillment forever.
What wonder at our age grown past the fears of youth
To soar freely in the crystalline heights
Always mindful of our artifice's limits
Anciently told in Icarus' fall.
Who knew those limits better from practice than you?
In seeming league with gravity itself.
Perhaps we knew that time itself might persevere
Its prior claims to our hopeful planning
But that would not prevent our thought that day to meet,
soon perhaps, and steal away to the cliffs.
That oath cannot be kept, we are no longer bound
It was not your choice to depart that day,
You and my other brothers their time here gone too
As will be mine someday as for all lives,
To have known you in life for the briefest moment
Brought the joy of community to me
The sorrow of your death reminds that our lives
Should strive to find happiness and meaning
Before that day when we too must break an oath made
Intending to keep but for our passing.
Until that time let us mistake the glinting sun
On high icy crystals, your eyes' twinkle,
As we visit those places of you adventures
Sharing your happiness in that high realm.
We will not think the oath broken on those journeys
But find its fulfillment, your memory there.
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Jan 25, 2012 - 06:23am PT
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hey there say, dear pam... thanks for sharing this last note... and the time of memories you just went through...
god bless so very much, as the memorial time nears...
may the good lord keep you strong that day, and may
new speical memories come your way, as well, to uphold
you through the years....
can't be there, but if i was, i'd sure give you a hug
and a another god blesss...
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Bequita
climber
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Jan 25, 2012 - 09:53am PT
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We just established a memorial account for those wishing to contribute in Jack’s memory. This is not a tax-deductible account, but will help Pam offset some of the lost income after Jack’s passing.
Contributions can be made by check payable to “John Roberts Memorial Fund” and sent to Elevations Credit Union, PO Box 9004, Boulder, CO 80310-9004, or by wire transfer to:
Elevations Credit Union
Boulder, Colorado 80301
Acct #1000000264063
ABA/Routing # 307074580
Attn: John Roberts Memorial Fund
130 S. 33rd Street, Boulder CO 80305
Thank you all for your love and support of Pam, in remembrance of our dear friend Jack.
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drlin
Trad climber
planet earth
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Jan 25, 2012 - 12:01pm PT
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I will miss the memorial at the AAC in Golden this Sunday, but it is comforting to read posts from Jack's family of climbing friends. Thanks to John for the credit tribute of his impressive career. Little known was his tenure during one summer of teaching at Phillips Academy, the prestigious private school near Boston. He was every bit as dedicated and masterful in that venue as well. A true master of many trades, even though he didn't know it. And like all great spirits, he lives on in our hearts and minds as an example to follow.
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Bldrjac
Ice climber
Boulder
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Jan 25, 2012 - 03:44pm PT
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Ah yes, Phillips Academy! Rappelling off the Bell Tower, and the epic climbing at Den Rocks! :-) Plus, he taught Psychology and Sociology. A great experience, and tons of fun!
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yfever
Big Wall climber
Santa Clara, CA
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Jan 25, 2012 - 05:21pm PT
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Sad at Jack passing but celebrating his life!!! I spent time climbing with Jack during the past few years revisiting old classic routes in RMNP and reviewing life, lessons and some climbing stories. Besides the obvious "knowing" that he was a great alpinist and rock wizard more importantly his "humaness" is what always struck me the most deeply about Jack.
Cheers my good friend....Patrick
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Dougald
climber
CO
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Jan 26, 2012 - 09:41am PT
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Bump for three notes about Jack's memorial on Sunday:
• This event will run from 5 pm to about 9 pm. Light food and beer will be available. We encourage people to make an evening of it.
• Hawaiian shirts are indeed encouraged.
• Reminder of the memorial fund set up this week. This is not a tax-deductible account, but will help Pam offset some of the lost income after Jack’s passing.
Contributions can be made by check payable to “John Roberts Memorial Fund” and sent to Elevations Credit Union, PO Box 9004, Boulder, CO 80310-9004, or by wire transfer to:
Elevations Credit Union
Boulder, Colorado 80301
Acct #1000000264063
ABA/Routing # 307074580
Attn: John Roberts Memorial Fund
130 S. 33rd Street, Boulder CO 80305
Thank you all for your love and support of Pam, in remembrance of our dear friend Jack.
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Gilberto
Social climber
La Crescenta, CA
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Jan 26, 2012 - 07:00pm PT
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Jack was a friend. I just found out about his departure, share several stories with other friends. They all have happy memories about Jack.
Pam. We are thinking of you.
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Jim Pettigrew
Social climber
Crowley Lake, CA
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Jan 26, 2012 - 11:46pm PT
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I'm truly saddened to hear of this! My heart goes out to Jack's wife and friends.
I met Jack in camp IV one spring day, sometime in the mid seventies! He was hanging out with a German fellow. Jack was nursing some rope burns and couldn't lead so convinced me that it was a demonstration of goodwill to take him and this fellow climbing! So we did Lunatic Fringe, Reed's Triple Direct, and the Stoned Groove that afternoon! I haven't seen Jack since late in seventies our paths just didn't cross much. We did the Tuolumne thing and shared a few beers here and there. Haven't thought much about him lately but will surely miss him now!
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Clyde
Mountain climber
Boulder
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Jan 27, 2012 - 07:11pm PT
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Last Call!
Still accepting photos of Jack for his memorial service. If you have any good images, please email them to me by tomorrow night (1/28/12). Especially looking for the old shots on the gnar, the embarrassing shots, the raw ragged shots. The party is Sunday evening. The higher the resolution the better but I'll take what you got.
Clyde
PS and when it's my turn...none of the above ;-)
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Crimpergirl
Sport climber
Boulder, Colorado!
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Jan 28, 2012 - 10:15am PT
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No photos of Jack, but am thinking of him and Pam this morning.
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steve shea
climber
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Topic Author's Reply - Jan 28, 2012 - 11:42am PT
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Pam, my thoughts are with you. Peace. I do not know you but we spoke on the phone. I'm the guy who called for Jack but you answered. Jack was out on a bike ride. I briefly explained who I was but asked you not to tell Jack I called as I wanted to surprise him. I said I would call back. I never made the call. I was stunned when I heard the news of Jack's death and feel bad about the first somewhat terse, post. A mutual friend and climbing partner, Larry Bruce sent the news. Jack was the kind of partner you wanted to go on the hill with. A complete alpinist exuding strength, character and humility. The kind person you know would be there when the going got tough. As it turned out I got to see his character first hand on a major epic in the Massif du Mt Blanc. I remember getting back to town and the first people we see are Rick and Tobin who looked at us like we were ghosts; they thought we had been lost to the storm. I think 14 perished in the massif. We continued up to the Place de L'eglise and found our own obituary notices on the wall. Jack stoically and with humor said "not yet, not yet" and took the paper down. We made plans to climb in the future, we had been through the final exam and knew we could rely on each other. We were young and our paths took us on our journeys. I never saw or talked to Jack again. Then I discovered ST not long ago and tried to get in touch resulting in that phone call last spring. Once again the lesson, tell your friends you love them before it is too late. Pam I cannot be there tomorrow in person, but spiritually as in a celestial burial, I can take comfort and smile having known and climbed with Jack. All the best to you in this difficult time. Steve
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BrassNuts
Trad climber
Save your a_s, reach for the brass...
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Jan 28, 2012 - 04:25pm PT
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JR having fun on OZ...
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Bequita
climber
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Jan 28, 2012 - 06:45pm PT
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Twinkle twinkle in your eyes,
Your twinkle now lights up the night skies...
I miss you Jack but know you are still with us
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drlin
Trad climber
planet earth
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Jan 29, 2012 - 11:15am PT
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I walked the beach at sunrise this morning, in tribute to Jack's spirit, to my family of friends who will be gathered today in Denver, and to Pam, my longtime bud. I tried to upload one of the photos but it wouldn't cooperate, so let this one stand in its stead... taken at Playa Guiones in CR. May Jack be floating above us, around us, and within us all today.
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bluering
Trad climber
Santa Clara, CA
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Jan 29, 2012 - 01:58pm PT
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Sad.
God bless you, Jack.
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